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Question for Docs, Splinted crowns
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| I have 4 implant supported crowns, 13, 14, 29 and 30. All
crowns/implants are stable and in excellent condition.
29 and 30 are not splinted.
13 and 14 are splinted, requiring me to use a floss threader when I
floss.
Is the primary reason 13 and 14 are splinted related to the fact that
bone density in the upper jaw is less than the lower jaw ? Are there
other possible reasons why the DDS decided to splint these two crowns.
Thanks for info.
Neil
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| Mark & Steven Bornfeld 2006-08-23, 9:25 pm |
| neilM wrote:
> I have 4 implant supported crowns, 13, 14, 29 and 30. All
> crowns/implants are stable and in excellent condition.
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> 29 and 30 are not splinted.
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> 13 and 14 are splinted, requiring me to use a floss threader when I
> floss.
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> Is the primary reason 13 and 14 are splinted related to the fact that
> bone density in the upper jaw is less than the lower jaw ? Are there
> other possible reasons why the DDS decided to splint these two crowns.
> Thanks for info.
>
> Neil
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Good question. Generally poorer bone quality in the upper jaw is just
one possibility. Maybe a shorter fixture was used to avoid the need for
a sinus lift. Maybe personal preference.
In any case, a legitimate question. You should ask your dentist.
Steve
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Mark & Steven Bornfeld DDS
http://www.dentaltwins.com
Brooklyn, NY
718-258-5001
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| Joel344 2006-08-23, 9:25 pm |
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The more anterior (towards the front) was
badly decayed and the doc splinted the two
together to prevent one crown from becoming dislodged.
Joel
How do I know? I spoke to the Creator about this.
JANDREWSPEAK: I spaketh to the Creator.
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| Abu Khada al Karak 2006-08-23, 9:25 pm |
| Yes, you are correct, splinting is done primarily to help in situations like
low bone density, and the upper jaw is nearly always less dense than the
lower. Another factor to consider is that #13 and 14 are near the left
maxillary sinus area. If your sinus anatomy caused the surgeon to use
shorter implants, that is another reason to splint. Another excellent
reason would be if the patient is a bruxer (grinds teeth habitually). Also
some sort of mouthguard would be in order usually.
I hate to splint crowns, but sometimes its just necessary. Good for you
getting implants and crowns! Congratulations.
Dr Abu
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>I have 4 implant supported crowns, 13, 14, 29 and 30. All
> crowns/implants are stable and in excellent condition.
>
> 29 and 30 are not splinted.
>
> 13 and 14 are splinted, requiring me to use a floss threader when I
> floss.
>
> Is the primary reason 13 and 14 are splinted related to the fact that
> bone density in the upper jaw is less than the lower jaw ? Are there
> other possible reasons why the DDS decided to splint these two crowns.
> Thanks for info.
>
> Neil
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